The British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) has introduced a new "Adventure Diver" course, which delivers an "enhanced" try-dive experience for potential new members.
https://www.deeperblue.com/bsac-launches-new-adventure-diver-course/
The Underwater Photography Guide has announced that it is now accepting entries for the 2024 edition of the annual Ocean Art Underwater Photo Competition.
https://www.deeperblue.com/2024-ocean-art-underwater-photo-competition-now-accepting-entries/
Over the last few years, adaptive scuba diving has exploded in popularity as an activity that can change people’s lives. Developments in gear, techniques, and training standards have accompanie...
https://www.deeperblue.com/adaptive-scuba-diving-opening-the-underwater-world-to-everyone/
AIDA International has announced the first-ever International Conference on Freediving Science and Medicine (FDF24) will take place in Dahab, Egypt, on October 31st, 2024.
https://www.deeperblue.com/aida-announces-freediving-science-and-medicine-conference/
“Avatar” director and underwater explorer James Cameron has signed four images taken by marine photographer Christy Lee Rogers that have been donated to the Academy’s Margaret Herrick Libra...
The folks at Fourth Element have unveiled the new Pelagic Diving Watch.
https://www.deeperblue.com/fourth-element-unveils-new-pelagic-dive-watch/
Mission Blue has announced a new "Hope Spot" off Spain's northeast coast.
Explore the hidden gem of the Dutch Caribbean with a stay at the Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort on St. Eustatius. Offering luxury accommodations and access to 36 pristine dive sites within th...
https://www.deeperblue.com/golden-rock-dive-and-nature-resort/
Gabriel Guzman took home the "Best of Show" prize at the inaugural Underwater Awards Australasia 2024 photo contest.
https://www.deeperblue.com/underwater-awards-australasia-2024-photo-contest-winners-announced/
A new petition to protect Diamondback Terrapins has been submitted to NOAA by the Center for Biological Diversity along with 20 partner organizations.
https://www.deeperblue.com/protection-sought-for-diamondback-terrapins/
Scuba Schools International has announced the release of two new unique environmental management specialties.
https://www.deeperblue.com/ssi-announces-two-new-specialties/
PADI has announced the launch of a new global referral program to help divers recruit their family and friends as new dive buddies.
https://www.deeperblue.com/padi-launches-new-global-referral-program/
Ocean data is set to become more actionable and accessible by stakeholders thanks to a project by NOAA and Esri.
https://www.deeperblue.com/ocean-data-to-be-made-more-accessible/
The BoatUS Foundation has issued a call to action looking for volunteer reviewers interested in looking at new boat removal grant applications
https://www.deeperblue.com/boatus-seeks-reviewers-for-abandoned-boat-grant-applications/
The Nippon Foundation-GEBCO Seabed 2030 Project has announced that it is teaming up with artificial intelligence ocean exploration pioneer SeaDeep.
https://www.deeperblue.com/ai-to-help-drive-forward-ocean-exploration/
A hundred and one African wildlife experts have objected to a resolution by several West African nations supporting commercial whaling as a method of dealing with food insecurity.
https://www.deeperblue.com/wildlife-experts-object-to-west-african-pro-whaling-stance/
A new iPhone app that shows the underwater visibility for dive sites around the UK and Ireland is now available for download.
The final article in this 4-part investigative series on the VB2023 luggage search and doping control compares WADA-compliant doping control procedures with those used at Vertical Blue 2023, hear...
The Monterey Bay Aquarium has announced it is expanding its sea otter surrogacy efforts by building a new sea otter rehabilitation facility.
https://www.deeperblue.com/monterey-bay-aquarium-will-build-a-new-sea-otter-rehab-facility/
Researchers have determined a certain species of lizard can breathe underwater by producing a particular kind of bubble over its nostrils.
https://www.deeperblue.com/lizard-uses-a-bubble-to-dive-and-breathe-underwater/
The former ocean liner SS United States is slated to become the world's largest artificial reef.
https://www.deeperblue.com/ocean-liner-to-become-worlds-largest-artificial-reef-off-florida-coast/
Yet another entangled North Atlantic right whale was recently spotted in Canadian waters.
https://www.deeperblue.com/another-entangled-north-atlantic-right-whale-spotted-off-canadian-coast/
The Diving Equipment & Marketing Association has launched a new initiative shining a spotlight on its international members and the local diving industries, communities and professionals around t...
https://www.deeperblue.com/dema-launches-dive-pros-of-canada-pilot-program/
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council (SAFMC) recently voted to approve the use of ropeless, or on-demand, fishing gear in the black sea bass fishery from North Carolina to Florida.
https://www.deeperblue.com/ropeless-fishing-gear-gets-preliminary-approval/
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation announced that it is celebrating the creation of the nation's 17th Marine Sanctuary.
https://www.deeperblue.com/nmsf-celebrates-the-chumash-heritage-national-marine-sanctuary/
The 3rd article in this 4-part investigative series on the VB2023 luggage search and doping control reviews clinical studies on benzodiazepines, furosemide, and sildenafil, explores various types...
Garmin has announced the launch of its mid-range dive computer-capable wristwatch, the Fenix 8.
https://www.deeperblue.com/garmin-introduces-the-fenix-8-dive-computer/
A new Caribbean Manatee Alliance is gathering experts to secure the species' future in the Caribbean and internationally.
https://www.deeperblue.com/new-caribbean-manatee-alliance-aims-to-protect-their-future/
Discovery Diving Co. has announced the 45th annual treasure hunt dates.
https://www.deeperblue.com/dates-of-the-45th-discovery-diving-co-treasure-hunt-announced/
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation announced the creation of the Sanctuary Community Fund.
https://www.deeperblue.com/new-sanctuary-community-fund-announced/